some basic questions

[mojanadej]

Hello all,
I want to ask some basic question because I am unable to find answers:
1. is it posible to use testing mode? I cannot find this option
2. I want to use excel trading. Is it posible to send directly low stakes (under BF limit) or you need to update stake? How I can do this?
Thanks for your answers!

[GaryRussell]

1. is it posible to use testing mode? I cannot find this option Sad

Sorry, this is not available. We do not have any plans to include this option in the future.

2. I want to use excel trading. Is it posible to send directly low stakes (under BF limit) or you need to update stake? How I can do this?
Thanks for your answers!

You don't need to do anything different, it will make the necessary transactions to place the bet below minimum. Just be aware that you cannot lay at 1.01 or back at 1000 if these odds are already offered.

[mojanadej]

Thanks for quick answer. I am surprised about no testing mode. Is there any significant reason for this decision?
Regarding to the second question I am satisfied that software is working with these prices automatically

[GaryRussell]

Thanks for quick answer. I am surprised about no testing mode. Is there any significant reason for this decision?
Regarding to the second question I am satisfied that software is working with these prices automatically

I think it can lead to misleading results, particularly in an in play market where you can never be sure if you will be matched due to the delay imposed by Befair. If you simulate the bet being matched it will have to assume you get matched every time and that's just not realistic.

It think it's better to test your strategy with small amounts.